2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 530 kg more than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru Legacy (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Legacy | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
